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Outbound fromYork to Canterbury by train
It takes an average of 6h 26m to travel from York to Canterbury by train, over a distance of around 206 miles (332 km). There are normally 28 trains per day travelling from York to Canterbury and tickets for this journey start from £44 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:01 | |
| Departure station | York | |
| Arrival station | Canterbury | |
| Journey time | From 4h 41m | |
| Distance | 206 miles (332 km) | |
| Frequency | 28 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £44 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway |
About the train journey from York to Canterbury
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The train from York to Canterbury usually takes 6 hours 26 minutes on average to travel 206 miles (332 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 41 minutes. You can expect to find 28 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Canterbury, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Southeastern, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from York to Canterbury if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £44.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from York to Canterbury
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for York to Canterbury is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.